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Hematite and Titanite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.00-5.30
3.48-3.60
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None, may show partings on {0001} and {10 1 1}
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Hematite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hematite and Titanite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Hematite and Titanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Hematite and Titanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hematite and Titanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hematite and Titanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hematite is 3.48-3.60 whereas that of Titanite is 3.48-3.60.

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